Environmental Coordinator (Niagara/Hamilton)

Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.; Golden Horseshoe, Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top wages

Benefits coverage

RRSP contributions

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. in Niagara/Hamilton, ON, seeks an Environmental Coordinator to support environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, permits, and risk management across construction phases.

You will collaborate with project teams, environmental consultants, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure commitments are implemented and maintained. Responsibilities include monitoring permits, site inspections, coordinating erosion and sediment control, waste management, incident

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Biology, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of environmental coordination experience within construction, infrastructure, civil works, transportation, transit, or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario environmental legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Experience coordinating environmental requirements with subcontractors and field operations teams.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Niagara/Hamilton region.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support compliance with environmental permits, approvals, environmental management plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections and environmental audits to ensure adherence to project environmental commitments.
• Coordinate environmental protection measures related to erosion and sediment control, water quality, dust control, noise and vibration monitoring, waste management, and spill prevention.
• Support environmental incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and lessons learned initiatives.
• Maintain environmental documentation, records, permits, inspection reports, and monitoring data.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring programs and review consultant reports and recommendations.
• Assist with obtaining permits, approvals, and regulatory submissions required for project activities.
• Liaise with environmental consultants, utility agencies, municipalities, conservation authorities, Metrolinx, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support the implementation of sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Deliver environmental awareness training and guidance to project staff, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in project planning meetings to identify environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of environmental management systems and procedures.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Environmental Science/Engineering/Studies degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Environmental Coordinator (Niagara/Hamilton)

Kenaidan and Murphy are excited to announce a joint venture dedicated to bringing global innovation to infrastructure projects across Ontario. Project Overview: The Kenaidan Murphy Joint Venture (KMJV) is supporting a major transit infrastructure project in the Niagara/Hamilton Region. Who we are: Founded in 1974, Kenaidan continues to be a fixture as a dynamic construction firm dedicated to creating structures that will contribute to the well-being of our community and enhance the fabric of our communities for years to come. Our confidence in our expertise and passion for our work has allowed us to deliver an array of projects with unmatched precision, quality, and efficiency. From general contracting to construction management, we deploy a collaborative approach, embedding innovation and sustainability into every project. #TeamKenaidan. Murphy operates in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America as a leading international specialist engineering and construction company. Founded in 1951, we are committed to improving life through delivering world-class infrastructure, providing engineered solutions across transportation, natural resources, energy, and water sectors. With around 4,000 engineers, professional managers, and skilled operatives internationally, we work together as One Murphy to ensure project success. #MoveToMurphy. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees’work-life balancewith acompetitive compensationpackage including:

• Top wages
• Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
• Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
• Paid Time Off

We currently have an opening in Niagara/Hamilton ON for an Environmental Coordinator. The Environmental Coordinator will be responsible for supporting environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, permitting requirements, and environmental risk management throughout all phases of construction. The successful candidate will work closely with project management, construction teams, environmental consultants, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure environmental commitments are effectively implemented and maintained.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Monitor and support compliance with environmental permits, approvals, environmental management plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections and environmental audits to ensure adherence to project environmental commitments.
• Coordinate environmental protection measures related to erosion and sediment control, water quality, dust control, noise and vibration monitoring, waste management, and spill prevention.
• Support environmental incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and lessons learned initiatives.
• Maintain environmental documentation, records, permits, inspection reports, and monitoring data.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring programs and review consultant reports and recommendations.
• Assist with obtaining permits, approvals, and regulatory submissions required for project activities.
• Liaise with environmental consultants, utility agencies, municipalities, conservation authorities, Metrolinx, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support the implementation of sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Deliver environmental awareness training and guidance to project staff, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in project planning meetings to identify environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of environmental management systems and procedures.

Education and Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Biology, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of environmental coordination experience within construction, infrastructure, civil works, transportation, transit, or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario environmental legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, transportation, rail, transit, highway, or municipal projects is considered a strong asset.
• Familiarity with environmental permits, erosion and sediment control practices, water management, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Experience coordinating environmental requirements with subcontractors and field operations teams.
• Strong report writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Niagara/Hamilton region.

Salary Range: Between $80,000 - $95,000, depending on experience

We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

This is a non-management position.

This is a full time position.

We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.